Childhood Immunisations
If children aren’t vaccinated, they are at greater risk of getting ill and dying from infectious diseases. One of the most important things that a parent can do for their child is to make sure that they have their childhood vaccinations, which are free of charge in the UK. They are the most effective way of protecting children against infectious diseases. As well as protecting your own child, you’re also protecting other children by preventing the spread of disease.
Children should have their vaccinations at the right age to protect them as early as possible, however it is never too late catch up with your child’s vaccinations. The sooner your child is up to date, the better. Vaccinations are given by our practice nursing team in accordance with the NHS vaccine schedule. Our vaccination clinics are on Tuesday mornings at Box.
To book your child’s vaccinations please use our online form by clicking here or call our reception on 01225 742361. If you are not sure if your child is up to date with their vaccinations or have questions, please contact us and a member of our team will be happy to help.
Parents will get a letter from CHIS (Child Health Information Service) informing them that their child is due immunisations, and which immunisations they are due. For more information, including the NHS routine childhood vaccination schedule and tips for parents, please click here (Vaccinations – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Has your child received both doses of the MMR vaccine? If you can’t remember if your child has had their MMR vaccines, check his or her personal child health record (red book). More info: nhs.uk/MMR
Travel Clinic
Click here to go to the Travel health page where you can complete the online travel questionnaire.
NHS Health Checks
This initiative offers health checks to patients in the 40-74 age range, who are not on any ‘at risk’ register. Relevant patients will be sent an invitation letter by the surgery during the month they attain 40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70 and 74 years of age.
Only invited patients will receive the health check; if you feel that you have been missed off our list, please do contact the surgery.
For more information on this service from the NHS, please follow the following link:
Contraceptive Services
We are happy to discuss the range of options available, including the ‘morning after’ pill. We are also able to fit diaphragms (caps), IUDS (coils) including Mirena and to give the contraceptive injection or implant. Please be aware there is currently a waiting list for coil and implant appointments.
Flu Clinics
These are held each autumn. The vaccination is advised for patients over 65 and those with chronic disease or serious health problems.
Minor Surgery
Minor surgical procedures, such as removal of skin lumps and ingrowing toenails and joint injections, are done in our Treatment Room by prior arrangement with a doctor. This avoids a long wait for hospitals out-patients. Please note there is currently a waiting list for minor op appointments.
Physiotherapy
Patients are referred to this service by their doctor to the Physiotherapy Department at Chippenham Hospital. You can also self-refer using this link.
Podiatry
The National Health Service aims to provide free podiatry treatment to patients at high medical risk of foot problems. Patients who wish to refer themselves can obtain a form from reception or use this link.